Horse Health Matters®
I have two horses in my small herd of 5 that don't get along. What can …
by Jenni Nellist
April 18, 2017 12:03
Have horses that don't get along? Worried about potential injury to horses or people? Equine behavior expert Jenni Nellist offers advice on solving this problem …
Aging a Horse by Its Teeth
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2017 16:41
It is not an old-wives tale that a horse's age can be told by checking its teeth. Learn the different stages a horse's teeth go through and how the Galvayne's …
Applying a Standing Wrap for Bandage Support
by EquiMed Staff
April 12, 2017 11:48
The standing wrap is the most basic bandage used on a horse, and one that every horseman should know how to do properly because it protects the horse's legs, …
Training Your Horse For More Strength, Power, and Endurance
by EquiMed Staff
April 15, 2017 15:30
When formulating a strength training program for your horse, it is important to determine whether the primary requirement in the muscles is for power or for …
Tip of the Day
Every horse trainer has their own version of "Make the right things easy and the wrong things hard," as a basic principle of horse training.
Deworming Strategies
by Flossie Sellers
April 15, 2017 18:51
Horse parasites are a daily fact of life. Read about the different kinds of parasites that affect your horse, the types of dewormers available, and learn ways …
Daily Horse Care Tasks
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 12:15
Learn the 5 daily tasks that are necessary for good horse keeping and the ways you can lighten your load, while keeping your horse-care tasks on schedule …
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
Keeping Your Barn Safe
by Flossie Sellers
April 20, 2017 14:27
Falls, fire, structural inadequacies, and horse-related injuries are legitimate concerns for every horse owner. Read to learn the 12 tips for barn safety and …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
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by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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